Next, tape your decorative paper to the outside of the tube. You'll want to make sure the tape goes over one edge to keep it from slipping off.

Trim the paper to fit the tube.

Put a dot of hot glue on either side inside the tube.

Attach your pipe cleaner handle to the glue dots.

It's beginning to look like a basket now, right?

Another few more dots of glue to attach a pretty ribbon or other embellishments.

Now trace the tube on your piece of lightweight cardboard.

Cut it out.Fit it into the bottom. You may need to trim it further. (I used spray adhesive to cover the box with decorative paper to match, an extra fussy touch that is totally unnecessary!)

A line of hot glue will seal the bottom.

Now they are ready to be filled with pretty little candies, wrapped in cellophane and tied with a bow. In addition to a fun project for May Day, these would make beautiful wedding, baby shower or birthday party favors! Let me know how yours turn out!

Little Ole Me?

I am an artist & writer. My husband and I enjoy a nomadic life that has led us from Chicago through Africa, Europe, and China. After a three year vacation on the Big Island of Hawaii, we've come back to the wholesome Midwest to put down roots.